HR 5870119th CongressIn Committee

Prevent Government Shutdowns Act

Introduced: Oct 31, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19] (R-Texas)

Economy & Taxes

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

This legislation, the 'Prevent Government Shutdowns Act', establishes automatic 14-day continuing appropriations at prior-year funding levels during government funding gaps, imposes strict travel restrictions on federal officials and Members of Congress, and mandates congressional procedural rules to prioritize appropriations bills during funding lapses while addressing budget enforcement mechanisms.

Key Points

1Creates automatic continuing appropriations at prior-year rates for 14-day periods to prevent government shutdowns when regular appropriations fail to pass.
2Prohibits official travel for federal officials and Members of Congress during funding gaps except for national security events or returning to Washington DC.
3Restricts congressional business during funding lapses to only appropriations bills, debt limit measures, and critical nominations after 30 days with supermajority waiver requirements.

Impact Areas

Federal government agencies and programs subject to annual appropriationsMembers of Congress, congressional staff, and federal officialsFederal employees, contractors, and state/local governments receiving federal fundsNational budget enforcement and fiscal policy processes

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